West Ham confirmed that Michail Antonio will not renew his first-team contract but discussions are ongoing about a potential future role. The 35-year-old has not played since a serious car crash in December and is not expected to be in the squad this season. He made 323 appearances and scored 83 goals over ten years with the club. Future talks may involve coaching or mentoring roles in the academy, with the club continuing to assist him in his rehabilitation.
West Ham have confirmed Michail Antonio will not be signing a new deal as a first-team player, but negotiations continue over a future role.
Antonio made 323 appearances over a 10-year period at West Ham, scoring 83 goals, and started in the 2023 Conference League final.
The club is in discussions with Antonio that could lead to a coaching and mentoring role within West Ham's academy.
West Ham's statement noted, 'Michail will always be a much-loved and respected member of the West Ham United family.'
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